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erysipelas

/ˌer.ɪˈsɪp.əl.əs/

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noun

/ˌer.ɪˈsɪp.əl.əs/C2formalmedical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее острую бактериальную инфекцию, обычно вызываемую стрептококком, которая приводит к появлению на коже и слизистых оболочках участков глубокого красного цвета с воспалением.

A noun referring to an acute bacterial infection, typically caused by streptococcus, that results in deep-red, inflamed areas on the skin and mucous membranes.

uncountable

  1. Skin infectionC2formalmedical

    An acute bacterial infection of the upper layers of the skin, typically caused by Streptococcus bacteria, resulting in a raised, well-defined, bright red rash and often accompanied by fever and chills.

    ruКожная инфекция

    • The patient was diagnosed with erysipelas on her lower leg.
    • Symptoms of erysipelas include a shiny, red, swollen area of skin.
    • Treatment for erysipelas usually involves a course of antibiotics.
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